65756 Corneal transplant endothelial
Also known as: endothelial keratoplasty, Descemet stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty (DSAEK), Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK)
Corneal transplant; endothelial keratoplasty, initial graft.
Clinical Context
Endothelial keratoplasty for Fuchs dystrophy or post-surgical corneal edema. Preserves anterior cornea, better visual outcomes, and lower rejection rates than penetrating grafts.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.42 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.96 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.31 |
| Total RVU | 29.69 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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